Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/6 and 17/17 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 1/6 and 17/17?

The given fractions are 1/6 and 17/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/6 and 17/17

1/6 - 17/17

The LCM of 6 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 102

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 102


= 1 x 17 - 17 x 6/102

= 17 - 102/102

= -85/102

= -5/6

Result: -5/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/6 and 17/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/6 and 17/17?

To subtract fractions 1/6 and 17/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 17 value i.e 102. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -5/6.

2. What is 1/6 minus 17/17 as a fraction?

1/6 minus 17/17 as a fraction is equal to -5/6.

3. How to subtract 1/6 and 17/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/6 and 17/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -5/6 quickly.